Oreo Dirt Cake Layers (Printer-Friendly)
Creamy layers of Oreos, pudding, cream cheese, and whipped topping make this classic dessert irresistible.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cookies
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14 ounces Oreo cookies, crushed
→ Dairy
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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12 ounces Cool Whip or frozen whipped topping
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3 1/2 cups milk (2% preferred)
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 cup confectioners' sugar
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2 large boxes (10.2 ounces total) instant vanilla pudding mix
# Steps to Follow:
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Using a food processor, finely crush the Oreo cookies. Reserve half of the crushed cookies.
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Sprinkle half of the crushed Oreos evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Gently press down to level the layer.
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In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, cream cheese, and confectioners' sugar until smooth and homogenous.
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In a separate large bowl, whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix with the milk until fully combined and thickened.
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Fold the Cool Whip gently into the pudding mixture until uniform in color and texture.
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Add spoonfuls of the creamed butter and cream cheese mixture to the pudding and whipped topping blend. Stir gently until fully incorporated.
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Spoon and spread the creamy mixture evenly over the Oreo base layer in the baking dish, taking care not to disturb the cookie layer beneath.
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Sprinkle the remaining crushed Oreos evenly over the creamy layer to finish the dessert.
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Cover the dish and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to allow flavors to meld and texture to firm. Optimal chilling improves taste and consistency.
# Helpful Hints:
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Use softened butter and cream cheese to ensure a smooth, lump-free mixture.
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This dessert tastes best after chilling for at least 4 hours, but can be stored up to 3 days refrigerated.
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Instant pudding mix is essential; cook-and-serve pudding will not set properly.
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For variation, chocolate pudding mix can replace vanilla, though the classic vanilla pudding contrasts best with Oreos.